Coming & Going - A Biblical Guide for your Parenting Journey

As parents seeking to raise our children in the faith, we desire to see them know and follow Christ. But talking with our kids about salvation and their relationship with Jesus might feel daunting. So, how can we approach these conversations with clarity, confidence, and grace? On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe Crabb sits down with Pastor Jeremy Writebol for an honest and practical discussion about guiding our children toward faith in Christ. Listen in and be encouraged as you gather the tools to have these spiritual conversations at every age and stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kids ask a lot of questions—some simple, some deeply profound. As parents, how do we navigate these faith-based conversations in a way that honors their curiosity and points them to Christ? On this episode of Coming and Going, Joe Crabb welcomes Pastor C.T. Eldridge to discuss practical ways to answer children’s tough spiritual questions with honesty, grace, and biblical truth. From bedtime routines to partnering with the church, they share wisdom on creating a safe space for kids to explore faith at every stage of development.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month, we have dedicated our episodes to talking about sex. Not always the easiest topic to handle, especially with our children, but a necessary one. First, we laid a foundation and discussed the theology of sex. Then we talked about the psychology of sex and how conversations will change over the years with our children. On this episode of Coming & Going, we will discuss what it looks like to answer the tough, awkward, and crucial questions that our kids bring to us regarding sex. Joe sits down with Ben and Kathy Kelly, to chat about how they have navigated this topic within their parenting.Resources: Listen to the last two episodes on this topic here!Navigating Conversations About Sexuality Throughout the Years with Elizabeth Strong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEO1V0ee1z0&list=PLmCIM7qAZkgDV0Cp8HWiSkEsqDwNsSsT7Talking to Your Kids About Sex & Sexuality with Pastor Jacob Ley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3svBcWtFqyA&list=PLmCIM7qAZkgDV0Cp8HWiSkEsqDwNsSsT7&index=2See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As our children grow up, they change and develop in numerous ways. With that, questions regarding sex and sexuality will change through the years. We may not realize it, but there is a deeper side to sex that affects us all psychologically, and this heavily impacts our children. On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe sits down with Elizabeth Strong, a licensed Social Work and Mental Health Counselor, to talk about how we should seek to talk to our kids about sexuality through the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sex. Not always the easiest topic to talk about, especially when it comes to talking about it with your kids. But, as parents, it's important that we take the time and consideration to have conversations about a biblical view of sex and sexuality with our children. On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe sits down with Pastor Jacob Ley to discuss with us how to navigate these conversations with our kids.Resources: To hear more from Jacob on Everyday Theology: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmCIM7qAZkgCqwwV_MCc1pwm432JwteQISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking about money is not always easy. We live in a society full of consumerism, debt, college loans, and abundance over scarcity. As we look to guide our children in the ways of Christ, how can we as parents instill in our children a healthy outlook on stewardship over money? Joe sits down with Drew and Teresa Steury to talk all about teaching your kids to be responsible and generous with what they receive. Resources: Oikonomics by Mike Breen - https://www.amazon.com/Oikonomics-Mike-Breen/dp/0985235179 God and Money: How We Discovered True Riches at Harvard Business School by John Cortines & Gregory Baumer - https://www.amazon.com/God-Money-Discovered-Business-Paperback/dp/1628624736 The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn - https://store.epm.org/the-treasure-principle-revisedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month at Woodside, we kicked off a brand-new message series that is all about prayer. And here at Coming and Going, we want to make sure you start your new year off by implementing rhythms of prayer with your family. Check out one of our past episodes all about prayer and praying together as a family. One of the things we need to do is teach our kids the importance of prayer. So, how can we, as parents, prioritize prayer in our families? On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe sits down with Pastor Ryan Russell to talk to us about creating rhythms of prayer within our family and the importance of instilling prayer in our children's lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know that 30,000 children in the US age out of the foster care system year to year? Did you also know that if approximately one Christian from every church in the state of Michigan alone stepped into foster care, we would have no more kids in the foster care system? On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe sits down with C.T. and Meg Eldridge to talk about the importance of adoption and how we can come alongside and encourage foster and adoptive parents. If you have ever thought about adoption or foster care, you definitely want to check out this episode!Resources Lifeline Children's Services | https://lifelinechild.org/ Orphan Justice: How to Care for Orphans Beyond Adopting | https://bit.ly/4fu5mNX Christian Alliance for Orphans | https://cafo.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part of being a parent means being there for the most joyous moments in your child's life, but it also means being there for the most difficult ones. As parents, we want to protect our children from all the bad things that can happen in this world, but the hard truth is that we can't. And sometimes, our kids experience things that kids should never have to experience. On this episode of Coming and Going, Joe sits down with Elizabeth Strong, a licensed Social Work and Mental Health Counselor, to talk about how to navigate trauma with our kids. ResourcesSetting the Stage for Healing: 3 Must-Haves for Parents | https://bit.ly/4eoiiWbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every fall, at least in the Midwest, families and friends flock to cider mills to experience the fruits of another great apple season. But we all know these fruits just don't appear overnight. It takes apple trees season after season to grow and mature and produce strong fruit. The same goes for us as believers. On today's episode of Coming & Going, Joe shares some encouragement for parents about what it means to grow in their faith with God that will produce strong fruit in their lives and their entire families, too! Check out more episodes of Coming & Going here: https://bit.ly/3YzmRqSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's election season! For some, that statement brings excitement. For others, fear. With all the he-said-she-said headlines, it can be hard to differentiate what's true from what isn't. What can be even harder is navigating the politic season with our kids. On this episode of Coming and Going, Joe talks with James Muffett of the Student Statesman Institute about the importance of talking to your kids about politics and how you as a family can honor God and care for politicians this election season.*If you have questions about navigating this political season, we encourage you to connect with one of our 14 locations locally. Many of our campuses are providing in-person conferences or classes to help you during this season. To find a campus near you, visit woodsidebible.org/locationsResourcesStudent Statesman Institute | https://ssionline.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting at any stage is hard. And as parents, we want to understand our kids better. But it always seems like as soon as we get one phase of life down, they quickly move onto the next one. For the next few episodes, join Pastor Joe as he spends some time looking at parenting in each of these phases of our kids' lives and learn from some of the best! Next up is parenting high school students.According to new research from the Fuller Youth Institute, today's high schoolers represent the most anxious, diverse, and adaptive generation in history. And now, more than ever, they are not shying away from asking tough questions. So, how can we, as parents, maximize this season of life with our kids and continue to foster their relationships with Jesus? On this episode of Coming and Going, Joe sits down with Dr. Kara Powell, executive director of the Fuller Youth Institute, to talk about this season of life for parents!Want to win your own copy of 3 Big Questions?? Click this link to enter: https://forms.office.com/r/5XKyBv3WJtResources:The Fuller Youth Institute - https://fulleryouthinstitute.org/3 Big Questions that Change Every Teenager | https://bit.ly/445GdoxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SURPRISE! We've got a special episode of Coming & Going just for you. We're taking a short break from our Parenting through the Phases series to talk about engaging our kids, at every age, in the community that God has placed them in.  On this episode, Joe sits down with Nick and Kim Bogardus to talk about what this looks like and how we, as parents, can better set up our kids for success in any community and setting they find themselves in. Nick and Kim are married with three children and are passionate about raising courageous, faith-filled kids. Be sure to check this episode out and share your questions and takeaways in the comment section below! ResourcesLead Together Podcast with Nick and Kim | https://www.relationalleadership.co/leadtogetherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting at any stage is hard. And as parents, we want to understand our kids better. But it always seems like as soon as we get one phase of life down, they quickly move onto the next one. For the next few episodes, join Pastor Joe as he spends some time looking at parenting in each of these phases of our kids' lives and learn from some of the best! Next up, parenting middle school students. If you have a middle school child or have ever worked with middle schoolers, you know that they're constantly challenging things—whether it's questioning your choice for dinner or expressing doubt about what's right and wrong. So, how can we, as parents, lean into their questions and maximize this season of life to foster their relationships with Jesus? On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe sits down with Chris Hansen, Woodside Troy's Lead Student Pastor, to talk about this season of parenting and more! Check it out!ResourcesCommunicating to Middle Schoolers by Ashley Bohnic | https://bit.ly/4bLUxVHThe Parent Cue - https://tinyurl.com/saebvffzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting at any stage is hard. And as parents, we want to understand our kids better. But it always seems like as soon as we get one phase of life down, they quickly move onto the next one. For the next few episodes, join Pastor Joe as he spends some time looking at parenting in each of these phases of our kids' lives and learn from some of the best! Next up, parenting elementary-age kids.      The elementary years can be a bit chaotic for parents — it's a time when kids are developing their sense of the world and people. They begin to make choices, experience peer pressure, and often have an extensive sports/extra-curricular activity calendar. While this time seems so long, it goes by so fast. So, how can we, as parents, maximize this season of life with our kids and continue to foster their relationships with Jesus? In this episode, Joe sits down with Josh Miller, Woodside Lake Orion's Kids Director, to talk about how this season of parenting is one of continued growth and a wonderful opportunity to show kids the true character of God. Resources: The Parent Cue - https://tinyurl.com/saebvffzThe Adventure Bible - https://bit.ly/3VuH67NKnow God Devotional - https://bit.ly/3VrUeL8FatCats's The Ten Commandments for Kids - https://bit.ly/49bG6sESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parenting at any stage is hard. And as parents, we want to understand our kids better. But it always seems like as soon as we get one phase of life down, they quickly move onto the next one. For the next few episodes, join Pastor Joe as he spends some time looking at parenting in each of these phases of our kids' lives and learn from some of the best! First up, parenting preschoolers. The preschool years are tough on parents — it's a time when kids are questioning everything, forming their own opinions, and strengthening their willpower. It can sometimes feel like an exhausting stage, leaving parents wishing for the season to be over. In this episode, Joe sits down with Brittany Compton, the Director of Preschool Strategy at Orange, to talk about how this season of parenting is one of great discovery and a wonderful opportunity to teach kids the true character of God. Resources:The Parent Cue - https://tinyurl.com/saebvffzPhases Preschool Bundle - https://tinyurl.com/4sydnwnzMy First Hands-On Bible - https://bit.ly/3IJeP60The Creation Story Book - https://bit.ly/3IJ9trhThe Easter Story Book - https://bit.ly/490djamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navigating Social Media with Your Kids [feat. Dave Adamson]Love it or hate it, social media is a part of our culture, churches, and, frankly, our everyday lives. And as parents, social media can be a point of tension with our kids. Should they use it? And if so, when? Is it as dangerous as it's perceived to be, or could social media be used positively by us and our kids? Today, joining Pastor Joe all the way from Australia is author and Pastor Dave Adamson to talk to us about how to navigate social media with our kids and how it can be used as a tool to help point our kids to Jesus.Resources: Meta Church feat. Dave Adamson - https://bit.ly/3UGts12To learn more about Dave or to grab a copy of his book - https://www.daveadamson.tv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the things we need to do is teach our kids the importance of prayer. So, how can we, as parents, prioritize prayer in our families? On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe sits down with Pastor Ryan Russell to talk to us about creating rhythms of prayer within our family and the importance of instilling prayer in our children's lives.ResourcesCheck out all our resources on prayer here: https://bit.ly/3TKQqn5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God's Word contains timeless guidance that parents of all generations should follow as they rear their children. On this episode of Coming and Going, Joe is joined by Dr. Dan Stewart for a conversation about what God says about parenting and how parents and grandparents alike can find joy in their calling to raise up the next generation. Resources: What God Says About Parenting - https://bit.ly/47I3dueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can you believe in something you can't see? Sometimes, for us as adults, this is hard for us to comprehend—so why do we think it would be any easier for our kids as they get older? When it comes to God and our faith, it can be tough to see an “invisible” God when it feels like we've prayed for a sign or message from Him, and all we get is silence. So, how, as parents, can we help our students to see God? On this episode, Joe sits down with Shane Sanchez, author of "How to See God: A four-week devotional for students," to answer these questions and more!Resources: How to See God by Shane Sanchez - https://bit.ly/3F6c7Wa Want to win a copy of "How to See God?" Click here to enter! https://forms.office.com/r/gtyVNp8TANSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew 11:28 says, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." On this episode of Coming and Going, Joe talks about the importance of establishing rhythms in the life of yourself and your family to experience the rest Christ calls us and our families to. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In just a few short days, June will be upon us, and with that comes Pride Month. Whether it be conversations at school, on social media, or walking into almost any store, seeing various messages about pride will spark a conversation.  On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe sits down with Lisa Fields, apologist and the Founder & President of The Jude 3 Project, to talk about how parents can create space to have conversations about gender and sexuality from a biblical perspective with their kids.  Resources: STILL NEED TO LINK The Jude 3 Project - https://jude3project.org/ Talking with Gen-Z About Gender & Sexuality - https://bit.ly/43v48wd What God Says About Our Bodies - Sam Allbery - https://bit.ly/436ZRz5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God has clearly instructed us in Duet. 6 to share and show His Word and who He is to our children—at any age—in hopes that they would continue to grow as young men and women who love and follow God. On today's episode, Joe is talking about the spiritual disciplines and practices of baptisms and communion. These are both milestones in the life of a believer. How do we navigate these milestones with our kids? When is the right time for them to get baptized or participate in communion, or what about those conversations where your kids want to get “re-baptized?” We're diving into all that and more; you won't want to miss it. Resources: Woodside Kids Parent Resource Page - https://bit.ly/3KSo4RSWoodside Kids Baptism Booklet - https://bit.ly/43TkZKeWoodside's Baptism FAQ - https://bit.ly/40rbBduSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DSM states that the onset of Body Dysmorphia Disorder starts around ages 12 and 13—middle school. We live in an age where image is everything, and how we think or feel about what our body looks like isn't necessarily reality. So how can we as parents have conversations with our kids about body image? On this episode of Coming & Going, Joe talks to Leah Ethier, a licensed mental health professional, and Shanna Craig, Troy Student Director, to learn more about body image, body dysmorphia, and eating disorders and how parents can model healthy habits and truths to their kids.  Resources:What God Has to Say About Our Bodies by Sam Allbery - https://amzn.to/3ZMlqmtResources on Mental Health Blog - https://bit.ly/3FrbuY7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it mean to be transparent and vulnerable with your kids? Are we supposed to tell them EVERYTHING about our lives, past, or mistakes? On this episode of Coming & Going, Pastor Joe Crabb sits down with Pastor Jim Dahlke to talk about what to say and when to say it to our kids—especially when it comes to your sanctification process. So, wherever you are coming from or going to, we hope you'll check out this episode! For more on this topic, check out a blog written by Pastor Jim Dahlke: https://bit.ly/3SzFmXhSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Coming and Going, a podcast designed to help parents to live out and impress upon their children biblical truths as you are coming and going. In this episode, Pastor Joe Crabb will talk about what should be the foundation of parenting—doing so for the glory of God. He'll discuss how our parenting should focus on pleasing God and how to avoid falling into the trap of comparison. Resources: For more on this topic, and some books to check out, click here - https://bit.ly/3Y4IkVfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming & Going is a podcast designed to help parents live out and impress upon their children biblical truths as they come and go.   Deuteronomy 6 calls us to love God with all our hearts and to teach this command to our children. This means we, as parents, are called to find ways to share and show the truths of His word to our kids. This means we find both organized ways, such as family Bible study and times of prayer together and getting them plugged into Christ-centered community, and organic ways, as life circumstances occur to remind them of the truth of who God is. Whether walking around the grocery store, avoiding the death trap that is known as the “pick up circle” at school, sitting around the table, or wherever you are coming and going from, there are opportunities for parents to reflect the truth of God's Word and the humble love of Jesus to their kids.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.